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About this Technical Lead, Software Engineer role at Litera

Litera · Hybrid · Denver, CO

Ready to Help Shape the Future of Legal Tech?! At Litera, we don’t just build software, we transform how the world’s top law firms operate. Every day, we Raise The Bar™️ for what’s possible through AI, innovation, and solutions that power millions of legal professionals worldwide. If you’re energized by scale, real impact, and meaningful challenges, you’ll feel right at home here.


Why this Role Matters

As a Technical Lead, Engineering, you’ll guide the design and delivery of software that makes a real difference for the legal profession. You’ll partner with Product Management, your scrum team, and engineers across a distributed organization to turn product priorities into high-quality, on-time releases. The features you own and the engineers you grow directly shape the quality and pace of what Litera brings to market. This is a high-visibility opportunity to lead from the front, work with cutting-edge tools, and collaborate with industry experts.


Where You’ll Work

This is a hybrid role based in Denver, Colorado with the expectations to be in office at least 3 days a week for collaboration and connection.


What You’ll Deliver

  • Well-designed, reliable software applications, with ownership of product features from estimates through design and development.
  • Technical direction for a product, grounded in modern software engineering techniques and methodologies.
  • Code reviews that raise the quality bar and spread engineering best practices across the team.
  • Engineers who grow faster, through coaching and mentoring of less experienced team members.
  • Scrum teams that stay focused on delivering value on time, in close partnership with Product Management.
  • Sound solutions to complex problems, applying object-oriented design, design patterns, and disciplined troubleshooting of defects.
  • Fresh product and technical ideas, shaped through brainstorming and shared expertise.

Litera is committed to an inclusive and accessible hiring process. If you need an accommodation at any point, please let us know and we’ll work with you.


What You’ll Bring

Must-Haves

  • 8+ years of professional experience implementing full-stack solutions to real business problems.
  • At least 1 year of experience leading a team of 2+ engineers.
  • Expert-level skills in C#, .NET Framework, .NET Core, Git, Azure DevOps, NuGet, NPM, and SonarQube.
  • Strong command of software development principles and design patterns, including object-oriented design, SOLID, TDD, KISS, and DRY.
  • Excellent understanding of at least one major SPA/SSR framework, such as React, Next, Vue, Nuxt, Angular, or Svelte.
  • Excellent written, verbal, and video-based communication skills for working across a distributed team.

Nice to Haves

  • Solid understanding of Scrum practices and the ability to keep a team focused on delivering value on time.
  • Strong team player who gives and receives feedback openly.
  • Enjoyment of brainstorming product and technical ideas.
  • A willingness to learn, improve your craft, and share knowledge with others.

Great candidates don’t check every box. If this role excites you, we encourage you to apply.


What You’ll Experience

  • A team that shows up. Work alongside people who collaborate, support one another, and lead with integrity.
  • Global Reach. Partner with teams around the world to solve complex challenges that matter.
  • Real opportunity for growth. Expand your impact through meaningful stretch opportunities, visibility and career development.
  • AI-driven innovation. Work at the intersection of legal technology, customer outcomes, and cutting-edge AI.

Pay Transparency for Colorado Applicants

The base salary range for this role is $150,000 to $180,000 USD. Final compensation will be determined based on experience, skills, education, and other relevant qualifications. This role is also eligible to participate in a company bonus plan. In addition to base salary, Litera offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) with company match, and incentive and recognition programs. Benefits are subject to eligibility requirements. 

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Litera is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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How this Tech Lead salary compares

This role pays $165,000/yr — in line with the typical range for Tech Lead roles.

$130,453 median $165,500 $214,815

Typical range $160,000–$200,875/yr, from 35 comparable Tech Lead listings on JobsRadar (pay annualized to USD). See Tech Lead salary insights →

About Litera

Litera is a fast-growing software company and one of the leading legal technology suppliers in the world. Serving more than 90% of the world's largest law firms, our software is used by hundreds of thousands of lawyers every day. As a company recognized as one of the best places to work, we believe professional development, rewards programs, open communication, and transparent leadership all contribute to a unique and open work environment. Our employees are driven, energetic, passionate, and have the ability to make a direct impact on the future of the company.

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